Food Stamps

Food Stamps is a federally funded program administered by local Social Services for the United State Department of Agriculture. Eligibility is based on income and resource standards for family size and life situation and there are work requirements for some people. Owning a home is not an issue and there are no liens put on residential property. For income standards click here.

The benefit is issued on a monthly basis and is designed to supplement the household's food needs. Food Stamps are not allowed to be used for the purchase of tobacco, alcohol, paper products, pet food, or medications.

The benefit is accessed by an Electronic Benefits Card and a personal (PIN) identification
number at an approved retail site and functions as a debit card.

Applications may be made by mail or in person but do require a pre-screening, interview, and documentation. Expedited Food Stamp benefits may be issued within 5 working days
if you are eligible.

Call us at (607) 535-8303 or Cooperative Extension Nutrition program at (607) 535-7466
or Food Stamp Outreach at Catholic Charities Food Pantry.